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Airlie Beach, a popular jumping off point for the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) and the Whitsunday Islands, sits on a lush peninsula at Shute Harbour. Known as the heart of the GBR, shops, bars, clubs... more » Airlie Beach, a popular jumping off point for the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) and the Whitsunday Islands, sits on a lush peninsula at Shute Harbour. Known as the heart of the GBR, shops, bars, clubs, restaurants and a pleasant boardwalk dot the town, and there’s a stinger-free lagoon to cool off in. Whether skydiving or scuba diving is your thing, you can add it to your itinerary in Airlie Beach. When not snorkeling the reef, head off on a crocodile safari or sail among the Whitsundays. « less
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Eco Jet Safari

5 of 5 stars
Crawley86
Canberra
Nov 25, 2009

This would have to have been the best day of my trip to Airlie Beach. Zooming around islands on a modern jet ski was just awesome. The scenary and the water was just beautiful and the speed and...more

“Like a display home, with magnificent views - Champagne with a view!”

Summit Apartments Airlie Beach

5 of 5 stars
WetsGo
Melbourne
Nov 25, 2009

My husband and I have just returned from a 17 night holiday at Summit & were absolutely thrilled with our stay. And yes, we have stayed in Airlie before and this was the third apartment we have...more

“Middle of the road rooms and friendly service”

Airlie Beach Hotel

3 of 5 stars
cerenikov
San Francisco, California
Nov 25, 2009

Reception was very helpful with booking tours and answering our questions. Airlie Beach hotel is located at the end of the strip which is perfect for strategic strolling. Downsides are that the pool...more

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